West African Spanish mackerel

The West African Spanish mackerel, Scomberomorus tritor, is a species of fish in the family Scombridae.

The West African Spanish mackerel, Scomberomorus tritor, is a species of fish in the family Scombridae. Specimens have been recorded at up to 100 cm in length, and weighing up to 6 kg. More

The west African Spanish mackerel has a particularly laterally compressed body; it is entirely covered in small scales, without distinct corselet. The lateral line is sinuous and curves gradually towards the caudal peduncle. The jaws lined with prominent teeth are very cutting. More

Order : Perciformes
Family : Scombridae
Genus : Scomberomorus
Species : Scomberomorus tritor
Authority : Cuvier, 1832